Jesse J. Anderson, author of a new book for helping adults with ADHD find focus, discusses troubleshooting productivity systems, finding the right task manager, and the benefits of 'to do versus tada' tactic for productivity.

Shawn Blanc, creator of The Focus Course and small business owner, discusses margin, sabbaticals, and focusing on meaningful work. They also explore the importance of involving the team, navigating busy times, and avoiding burnout. Plus, insights on refining ideas, time tracking, and the benefits of incorporating offsite meetings.

The hosts discuss the satirical book 'How to Be Miserable' and challenge common self-help advice. They explore the negative impacts of perfectionism and the importance of balance. The chapter also covers managing news consumption, the impact of comparison, and filtering for the negative. Additionally, they discuss the benefits of using a VPN for internet security and privacy and the concept of time blocking as a productivity technique. They also express excitement for the arrival of a classic typewriter.

Jay Clouse, Founder of Creator Science, talks about the sawdust problem, the benefits of community, and the balance between quality and quantity in creative work.

David & Mike discuss how they inject focus into their workdays & Mike shares about his tiny house retreat experience. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing offer: no interest, no payments for six months. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Macstock Conference & Expo | A conference for the Mac and iOS community Totebook | Studio Neat Understanding the Job | Clayton Christensen Creating My iOS Time Tracking Dashboard | The Sweet Setup Focused #182: Building Focused Flywheels, with Nathan Barry Getaway House | Tiny Cabin Vacation Rentals

ConvertKit CEO Nathan Barry joins us to talk about the power of focus and how it helped save his company. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code FOCUSED. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Guest Starring: Nathan Barry Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended episodes with bonus deep dive content. Nathan Barry ConvertKit How Nathan Barry Built a $30 Million Software Company | YouTube Sahil Bloom Anything You Want | Derek Sivers

Sponsorship coach Justin Moore joins us to talk about his journey from medical devices to Creator Wizard founder, avoiding the comparison trap, and finding your niche. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: NetSuite: The leading integrated cloud business software suite. Get a special one-of-a-kind financing offer: no interest, no payments for six months. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. Guest Starring: Justin Moore Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Creator Wizard The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Creator Debates Focused #165: On the River, with Chris Upchurch A Chinese Farmer Story | YouTube Envy? FOMO? Gratefulness? My Reflections On 2022 As A Creator Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman and Mark Winters Justin's Newsletter

David reflects on 18 months of freedom, Mike reports back from Craft + Commerce, and they both share their best advice for teaching kids how to focus. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code FOCUSED at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Obsidian University (Mike's Obsidian cohort) The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Satechi Multi Device Charging Station Dock 5 with Wireless Charging How to Calm Your Mind by Chris Bailey Mike's How to Calm Your Mind Notes Focused #107: The Bullet Journal Method, with Ryder Carroll The Bullet Journal Method Totebook | Studio Neat Mark One | Studio Neat Readwise

David & Mike discuss the process of planning (and attempting to live out) their ideal weeks. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Zocdoc: Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc. Sign up for free. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Obsidian University The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey Focused #101: Taking a Sabbatical, with Sean McCabe David's Ideal Week Mike's Ideal Week

Mike is finally a Free Agent. In this episode, he & David talk through the process and share some tips for those considering making revolutionary change. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code FOCUSED at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Indeed: Join more than three million businesses worldwide using Indeed to hire great talent fast. Nom Nom: Healthy, fresh food for dogs formulated by top Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionists. Prepped in our kitchens with free delivery to your door. Get 50% off. Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended ad-free episodes with bonus deep dive content. Fear-Setting The Pathless Path by Paul Millerd Master Your Motivation by Susan Fowler Bookworm #167: Master Your Motivation by Susan Fowler Focused #148: Savoring the Moment, with Chris Bailey How to Calm Your Mind by Chris Bailey Maslach Burnout Inventory Obsidian University Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield The Gap and The Gain by Dr. Benjamin Hardy & Dan Sullivan